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Science in the 20th Century: A Social-Intellectual Survey

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17H 44min
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English
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Follow the fascinating story of science as it unfolds in the 20th century. Learn the distinctive ideas that characterize 20th-century science, organized into five major themes: matter and energy, the universe, Earth, life, and humanity. Discover the most significant developments in anthropology, archaeology, history, linguistics, sociology, political science, economics, psychology, and cognitive science—alongside physics, chemistry, mathematics, Earth science, and biology.

© 2023 The Great Courses (Audiobook): 9781682766699

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Audiobook: September 13, 2023

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